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This excellent washer tops our best list, and it should top yours. It boasts remarkable cleaning prowess, and is easy to use and see. Read More
The LG WM6700HBA is a gorgeous, high-performance washer that's perfect for large families. Read More
Electrolux and LG have long been two of the best brands for front-load washers, and not just in our own testing. Multiple outlets rate them both as highly reliable. Electrolux models have often been our top-rated washers over the past decade, and the 4.5-cu.ft. Electrolux ELFW7637AT continues that legacy with exceptional cleaning and smart design. The 5.0-cu.ft. LG WM6700HBA brings high-tech features and a large capacity to the table. Both are stackable front-loaders with matching dryers available, making them well-suited for a modern laundry setup. We’ve compared their performance, features, warranties, reliability, and more to determine which one comes out on top for you and your family.
Extraordinary cleaning power
Has its own internal heater
Easy-to-read controls
A few slow cycles
Occasionally smelly gasket
Large wash drum
Fast cycles
Solid stain-scrubbing power
Causes more wear and tear damage than average
AI Wash cycle is underwhelming
When it comes to banishing tough stains, the Electrolux ELFW7637AT takes the lead. In our testing, it delivered top-tier stain removal across a variety of soils, outperforming many high-end competitors. Above all else, a washing machine's job is to get clothes clean, which is why the Electrolux 600 Series tops our best front-load washers list. What’s the secret? Powerful cycles and smart technology. It’s good at premixing the detergent and water. The Pure Rinse option bypasses the dispenser, so it doesn’t pick up any residual detergent or fabric softener. The Sanitize and Allergen options work well.
By contrast, the LG WM6700HBA is merely good—about on par with other front-loaders we’ve tested and ahead of the average top-loader. However, one hiccup was its AI Wash cycle, which took longer and wasn’t as thorough as expected. Overall, both washers will get your clothes very clean, but the Electrolux 600 Series’ consistently outstanding stain removal and sanitizing capabilities give it a slight edge in cleaning performance.
Both models come loaded with special features, but the LG WM6700HBA packs in more high-tech innovation. This LG offers a whopping 25 wash programs (from everyday cycles to specialty ones like Bright Whites, Swimwear, and Kids Wear) plus 19 additional options – an array that far exceeds the Electrolux’s selections. Will you use them all? Probably not, but it’s possible to find a few that you love and then fold into your weekly usage. It also includes TurboWash 360° for faster cycles, Wi-Fi connectivity to the ThinQ app for end-of-cycle notifications and even custom wash cycles, and an automatic detergent dispenser.
The Electrolux ELFW7637AT, on the other hand, focuses on practical, fabric-care features. There’s no Wi-Fi connectivity and no app. There are also fewer cycles, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing because you’re more likely to actually use all these cycles, unlike the LG. Bonus features include the Adaptive Dispenser that releases detergent pods at the optimal time rather than just tossing them in the drum, as well as Pure Rinse to reduce skin-irritating detergent residue on your clothes.
The Electrolux ELFW7637AT is easier to use simply because it’s a less tech-y product with fewer features and options. The intuitive central rotary knob for cycle selection looks great, with its light-up display, and gives a satisfying click when turned. The rest of the buttons on the control panel are clearly labeled and tactile (no complicated touchscreens). Electrolux also pays attention to the little things that improve usability, like the fact that the washer’s door is reversible (unlike the LG). It even has an auto-propping door to help ventilate the drum and prevent mildew—a common complaint with front-loaders.
The LG WM6700HBA, by virtue of its huge laundry list of features (pun intended), has a more complex interface. You might experience a longer learning curve than with the Electrolux, especially once you factor in the ThinQ app. The futuristic panel looks sleek and offers a lot of customization, but with 25 cycles to scroll through and various sub-options, it can be a bit overwhelming until you get used to it.
Both washers are fast, but if speed is your priority, the LG WM6700HBA will consistently save you more time in more cycles. The WM6700HBA can wash medium-sized loads in about 30 minutes using the TurboWash 360° jets. For larger loads, the normal and heavy cycles are still shorter than average without sacrificing cleaning power. And because the drum is so large, you’re getting through that whole pile of stuff in your hamper that much faster.
By comparison, the Electrolux ELFW7637AT has a 15-minute Fast Wash cycle, but it’s only intended for a small load of lightly soiled items. On regular full loads, the Electrolux’s cycle times are more typical, and some cycles (like Heavy Duty or Sanitize) tend to run on the longer side. Yes, things get clean, but it comes at a cost, and this was one of our few complaints in testing.
The LG WM6700HBA boasts a 5.0 cubic foot drum, which is larger than the 4.5 cu.ft. drum in the Electrolux. As mentioned above, the LG is also faster. Combine that speed and capacity and you’re blazing through laundry day.
These two washers are nearly the same exterior size, but not quite.
The Electrolux ELFW7637AT measures 27″ x 38″ x 32″ (W x H x D).
The LG WM6700HBA measures 27″ x 39″ x 33 1/4" (W x H x D).
While the difference is very small, that extra 1 1/4" of depth in the LG could be the difference between fitting in a shallow closet or not. For maximizing space, the Electrolux 600 Series takes the win.
The Electrolux 600 Series comes with a great warranty that gives it an edge. Electrolux covers 1 year parts and labor, 10 years for the motor, and lifetime coverage of the drum (tub). You don’t see a lot of lifetime warranties on anything in appliances, so it stands out as a vote of confidence.
The LG 6700, by comparison, includes the standard 1-year parts & labor warranty, 10 years on the direct drive motor, and 3 years on the drum. It’s solid coverage, but doesn’t quite match Electrolux’s tub warranty.
In terms of reliability, both brands have an excellent reputation. Yes, LG has had some bumps along the way, but as of today, they’re top-rated for reliability by several retailers and publishers.
Likewise, Electrolux washers have earned high marks for reliability. And while Electrolux has the better warranty, in terms of what to expect over the life of the washer, it’s pretty much a tie.
The Electrolux ELFW7637AT is our Best Overall front-load washer, so of course it’s winning in this match-up. To be clear, we like both these washers, but the Electrolux emerges as the better all-around choice for most users. It’s better at stain removal and easier to use. It’s not a “smart” connected appliance and there are far fewer features, but the features it does have are genuinely useful.
The LG WM6700HBA’s larger capacity and faster cycles may make it preferable for large families trying to speed through laundry chores, or for those who value high-tech appliances.
| Electrolux ELFW7637AT | LG WM6700HBA | |
| Overall | Winner | |
| Cleaning Performance | Winner | |
| Features | Winner | |
| Ease of Use | Winner | |
| Cycle Time | Winner | |
| Capacity | Winner | |
| Size | Winner | |
| Warranty and Reliability | Winner | |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 27″ × 38″ × 32″ | 27″ × 39″ × 33¼″ |
| Capacity Volume | 4.5 cu. ft. | 5.0 cu. ft. |
| Cycles | 11 wash cycles (incl. Fast 15-min, Sanitize, Allergen); SmartBoost detergent premixing; Pure Rinse option | 25 wash programs (+ many options); TurboWash 360° spray jets; AI Wash auto-sensing cycle; Wi-Fi enabled |
| Special Features | SmartBoost® premix technology; Adaptive dispenser for detergent pods; Reversible door design | ezDispense™ auto detergent dosing; AI DD™ fabric sensor; ThinQ smart app connectivity |
| Read Full Review | Reviewed's Electrolux ELFW7637AT Review | Reviewed's LG WM6700HBA Review |
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